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Watching the news coverage of the ‘flying saucer’ balloon that was supposed to have been accidentally blown away in Colorado with a small boy inside it, the thought crossed my mind that it was most likely to have been some sort of publicity stunt. And, according to the Colorado police, so it was.
I am no prophet but the whole story at the time seemed bizarre to say the least, especially when the son appeared from out of his parents’ loft.
The couple who reported the balloon’s loss to the police, and who immersed themselves and one of their sons in the resulting media frenzy, have not yet been charged with any offence though, according to the Colorado Sheriff, charges do seem likely.
If this turns out to be a publicity stunt then, although it may have achieved what the couple wanted, there may well be a heavy price for them to pay. Not only are the local police considering various charges, but the federal authorities are looking at the incident following the temporary closure of Denver Airport. In addition, child protection agencies may also have an interest in what occurred.
The possibility of jail, fines, law suits to compensate various agencies for the cost of wasted time, as well as inquiries into the couple’s child care, are potentially heavy penalties if a hoax is proven.
But, I wonder, if the couple’s actions are proved to be a hoax, may they yet still profit?
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Watching the news coverage of the ‘flying saucer’ balloon that was supposed to have been accidentally blown away in Colorado with a small boy inside it, the thought crossed my mind that it was most likely to have been some sort of publicity stunt. And, according to the Colorado police, so it was.
I am no prophet but the whole story at the time seemed bizarre to say the least, especially when the son appeared from out of his parents’ loft.
The couple who reported the balloon’s loss to the police, and who immersed themselves and one of their sons in the resulting media frenzy, have not yet been charged with any offence though, according to the Colorado Sheriff, charges do seem likely.
If this turns out to be a publicity stunt then, although it may have achieved what the couple wanted, there may well be a heavy price for them to pay. Not only are the local police considering various charges, but the federal authorities are looking at the incident following the temporary closure of Denver Airport. In addition, child protection agencies may also have an interest in what occurred.
The possibility of jail, fines, law suits to compensate various agencies for the cost of wasted time, as well as inquiries into the couple’s child care, are potentially heavy penalties if a hoax is proven.
But, I wonder, if the couple’s actions are proved to be a hoax, may they yet still profit?
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